Usage Note
Chanceux is the adjective from chance (luck). The feminine form is chanceuse. It describes a person who enjoys good luck, rather than a lucky object or event — for those, French uses favorable or heureux. Tu es vraiment chanceux is a natural compliment in casual conversation.
Examples
"Elle est vraiment chanceuse d'avoir ce poste."
Natural Translation
She is really lucky to have that position.

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